Gaultheria shallon |
Native Region: Western North America
Zone Range: 05-09
Preferred Climate: Temperate
Harvest Date: Sunday 29 August, 2010
Seed count: 100-150
Description:
Compact evergreen shrub spreading vigorously by suckers. Bears urn-shaped, pink-flushed white flowers in late spring, followed by purple fruit. Height 4 feet; spread 5 feet.
Cultivation:
For maximum freshness, please keep seed refrigerated in its original packaging until it is time to plant. Sow seed in containers outdoors in a cold frame in autumn. Grow in acidic peaty, moist soil in partial shade. Tolerates full sun if the soil is permanently moist.
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